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QA/QC DEPARTMENT
Contents
The ASME System Introduction to Section IX Organization and Use Section IX Section IX Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the Authorized Inspector or Owner User Inspector
Responsibilities of the Manufacturer Welding Processes and weld types Section II, Part C Welding Materials Welding Procedure Specification QW-200 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) Qualifying a WPS Miscellaneous Application Welding Variables Welder performance Qualification QW-300 Welder Essential Variables SMAW
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Outline
The ASME System ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Codes Section IX Subcommittee Organization
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The ASME
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers Provides minimum safety rules for Construction
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The Members
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Manufacturers
Owner/Users
AIAs
ASME
Voluntary Members
Jurisdictions
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Construction Codes
Section I Power Boilers Section III Divs. 1 & 2 Nuclear Components Section IV Heating Boilers Section VIII, Divs. 1, 2 & 3 Pressure Vessels Section X Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Pressure Vessels
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Reference Codes
Section II Materials Section V - Nondestructive Examination Section IX - Welding & Brazing Qualification
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Subgroup Organization
Section IX Committee
Subgroup Performance
Subgroup Procedures
Subgroup Brazing
Subgroup Materials
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Introduction to Section IX
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Outline
Foreword WPS/PQR Qualifications Addenda Organization and Use of Section IX
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Foreword
Foreword covers topics such as: History of ASME Committee Submitting interpretations to ASME as referenced in Appendix A Effect date of Addenda Addenda may be used upon issuance although it is not mandatory six month after issue Material requiremen
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Qualification Standard for Welding and Brazing Procedures Welders, Braziers, Welding and Brazing Operators.
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WPS/PQR Qualification
Article I Paragraph QW-100.2 discusses OLD procedures and Welders Qualifications Qualification prior to 1962: Requires updating to a later edition or discard as valid After 1962, the Procedures and Welders are good forever
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Addenda
Changes to the Code Issued annually Mandatory use six months after issue May be used upon issue
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Reference Code
Section IX is a reference Code and may be used only when referenced and as it is referenced by the Construction or Governing Code
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Organization
Part QW Article 1 General Requirements Article 11 Welding Procedure Qualification Article 111 Welding Performance Qualification Article IV Welding Variables Article V Standard Welding Procedure (AWS)
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Article I
General Requirements QW-100 General QW-110 Weld Ordination QW-120 Test Position for Groove welds QW-130 Test Position for Fillet Welds QW-140 Types and purpose of test and examinations
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Article I
General Requirements QW-150 Tension Test QW-160 Guided bend test QW-170 Notch Toughness Test QW-180 Fillet Weld Test QW-190 Other test & examinations
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Article II
Welding Procedure Qualification QW-200 General QW-210 Preparation of test coupon QW-250 Welding Variables
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Article III
Welding Performance Qualification QW-300 General QW-310 Qualification test coupon QW-320 Reset and renewal of qualification QW-350 Welding variables for welders QW-360 Welding variable for welding Operators QW-380 Special processes
Article IV
Welding Data QW-400 Variables QW-410 Techniques QW-320 P-Number QW-430 F- Numbers QW-440 Weld metal chemical composition QW-450 Specimens QW-460 Graphics QW-470 Etching process and reagents QW-490 Definitions
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Section IX Responsibilities
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Outline
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Before Construction
Verify that Procedure comply with procedure Procedure have been properly qualified Welding and Operators are properly qualified QC Manual has been followed
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During Construction
Make sure welding is preformed within the parameters of the welding procedure Verify welder qualification limits are neither exceeded nor expired
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Qualification of Procedure
Establish a QC program to control qualification List parameters for construction Prepare a written WPS Assure metallurgical compatibility between filler and base metal Prepare and certify PQR based upon recorded data
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Notes
Recommended that each Manufacturer has, or has access to, a welding metallurgist QW-200.3 Hold the manufacturer responsible for assuring that material are compatible when welded
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Qualification of Welders
Establish QC program to control welder qualification Qualify each welder to the process being used Weld the test coupon in accordance with a written WPS
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Qualification of Welder
Control and supervise during the welding of coupon Maintain welder identification Document welder qualification
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The member company must Sign each WPS and PQR Accept responsibility for its use and Code compliance
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Subcontracted Welding
Allowed by the construction Code, provided; Use is described in the QC Manual Work performed within the scope of the Certificate of Authorization Certificate holder has contractual control over the Welders.
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Subcontracted Welding
Certificate Holder has final responsibility for the welding Welder is under subcontract to the Certificate holder Welder are qualified by the Certificate Holder
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Welding procedure may be used among different companies, provided they are within the same corporate structure Each company must state how they control such procedure in their QC Manual and satisfy the ASME during joint review
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Example
Company A qualifies and files several PQRs Company B files their own PQR and combines with the PQRs from company A to develop a WPS The PQR from company A was not qualified. Is this permissible?
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Allows to use the Welders amongst different companies without prequalification, provided both companies are within the same corporate structure Each company must satisfy the ASME requirements during the joint review and incorporate the necessary control in the QC Manual
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Outline
Welding Processes Weld Types
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Welding Processes
OFW SMAW SAW GMAW FCAW GTAW Oxyfuel Welding Shield Metal Arc Welding Submerge Arc Welding Gas Metal Arc Welding Flux-Core Arc Welding Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
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Welding Processes
PAW ESW EGW EBW Plasma Arc Welding Electro Slag Welding Electro Gas Welding Electro Beam Welding
LBW
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Special Processes
Corrosion resistance overlay and hard surface overlay welding Qualification requirement: QW-453 Essential variables: QW-250
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Weld Types
Three types of welds covered in Section IX Groove Weld U Groove J Groove V Groove Partial Penetration Fillet Welds Stud Welds
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J and U Preparations
Double U butt
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Groove Weld
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Groove Weld
Groove Angle
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Groove Weld
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Groove Weld
Bevel Angle
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Groove Weld
? 3 1
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Groove Weld
3 1
Groove Face
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Groove Weld
3 1
? 4
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Groove Weld
3 1
Root Face
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Groove Weld
3 1
4 5 ?
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Groove Weld
3 1
Root Gap
4
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Groove Weld
Groove Face Groove Angle Bevel Angle
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Fillet Weld
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Fillet Weld
Toe of Weld
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Fillet Weld
1
2 ?
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Fillet Weld
1
2 Weld Face
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Fillet Weld
1
2 3
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Fillet Weld
1
2 3
Weld Size
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 3
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 Weld Leg 3
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 3
5 ?
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 3
5 Weld Root
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 3
6 ?
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Fillet Weld
1
2 4 3
6 Weld Throat
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Fillet Weld
Root
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Stud Welding
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Stud Welding
Work Piece 1
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Stud Welding
? Work Piece 1 2
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Stud Welding
Stud
Work Piece 1 2
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Stud Welding
Stud
Work Piece 1 3 ? 2
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Stud Welding
Stud
Work Piece 1 3 2 Weld
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Outline
Electrode Identification
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Scope
Section II- material specifications referenced in the fabrication Code. Part C Material Specification for welding materials
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Information includes: Processes that may be used with various electrodes Recommended storage requirements AWS marking Recommended electrode positions Recommended polarity Information on how to meet SFA specification
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Table of Contents
SFA-5.1 Carbon Steel covered arc welding electrodes. SFA-5.4 Corrosion resistance Cr and Cr-Ni steel covered electrodes SFA- 5.5 Low alloy steel-covered arc welding electrodes SFA-2.18 Carbon steel filler metals for Gas Shielded Arc Welding
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Specification SFA-5.1
Requirements for classifying carbon steel electrodes used for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Example: E6010, E6011, E7018 and E7028
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Specification SFA-5.4
Requirement for classifying stainless steel-covered electrodes used for SMAW Example: E308H, E309L, E317L and E317L
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Specification SFA-5.5
Requirements for classifying low alloy steel-covered electrodes used for SMAW Example: E7018-A1, E8016-B2, E9015-B3 and E9018-B3L
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Specification SFA-5.18
Requirements for classifying carbon steel electrodes and rods used for Gas Shielded Arc Welding (GSAW) Examples: ER70S2, ER70S3, ER70SG and ER70CGM.
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Electrode Identification
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Marking Requirements
SFA-5.1 requires marking on both the package and electrode Package AWS classification and class Suppliers name and trade designation Size and net weight Lot, control or heat number Electrode Classification must be within 2.5 of grip end Prefix E may be omitted
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Classification SFA-5.1
Position
Electrode
EXXXX- 1
Minimum tensile strength (ksi) Type of coating and recommended current
For 018 Electrodes, 1 indicates that charpy values of 20 ft-lbs at -50 F have been met
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Classification SFA-5.1
Position
Electrode For 016 E7016 & E7018 Electrodes, 1 indicates that charpy values of 20 ft-lbs at -50 F have been met
EXXYY- 1
Minimum tensile strength 70 ksi Type of coating and recommended current
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Classification SFA-5.1
Position Electrode For E7016 & E7018 Electrodes, 1 indicates that charpy values of 20 ft-lbs at -50 F have been met
EXXYY-1
Minimum tensile strength 70 ksi
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Classification SFA-5.1
All Position
Electrode For E7016 & E7018 Electrodes, 1 indicates that charpy values of 20 ft-lbs at -50 F have been met
EXX18- 1
Minimum tensile strength 70 ksi
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Classification SFA-5.1
Position Electrode
EXXYY-1
Minimum tensile strength 70 ksi
For E7016 & E7018 Electrodes, 1 indicates that charpy values of 20 ft-lbs at -50 F have been met
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Specification SFA-5.4
Requirements for classifying corrosion-resistant and chromium nickel steel-covered arc welding electrodes used for SMAW
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Classification SFA-5.4
Usability (Position & Current type
Electrode
E-XXX-XXX-XX
Chemical Composition (first three digits)
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Classification SFA-5.4
Usability (Position & Current type Electrode
E-XXX-YYY-XX
Chemical Composition
(first three digits)
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Classification SFA-5.4
Electrode Usability (Position & Current type
E-308-YYY-XX
19 Cr, 10 Ni One or more letters indicating modification of basic composition
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Classification SFA-5.4
Usability (Position & Current type
Electrode
E-XXX-L-XX
Chemical Composition (first three digits) Low carbon contents 0.04% max
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Classification SFA-5.4
DCEP or AC/ all position
Electrode
E-XXX-YYY-16
Chemical Composition (first three digits)
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Example of SFA-5.4
E308L, E308L-16, E309Cb
Legend
L Cb Mo 15 16 Low Carbon Addition of columbium, Reduction of Carbon Addition of molybdenum, reduction of carbon Lime covering, use DCEP Lime or titania, use with DCEN or DCEP
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Specification SFA-5.5
Requirements for classifying low-alloy steel electrode used for SMAW
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Classification SFA-5.5
One or more letters & number indicating chemical composition of deposited metal
Position Electrode
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Classification SFA-5.5
One or more letters & number indicating chemical composition of deposited metal
Position
Electrode
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Classification SFA-5.5
One or more letters & number indicating chemical composition of deposited metal
Position Electrode
E 100 XX-XXX
Minimum tensile strength 100 ksi Type of coating & recommended current Contd
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Specification SFA-5.5
One or more letters & number indicating chemical composition of deposited metal
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Classification SFA-5.5
One or more letters & number indicating chemical composition of deposited metal
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Classification SFA-5.5
Position Chromium- molybdenum steel electrode
Electrode
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Example of SFA-5.5
E7012, E7013-B3A Chemical Composition Number A1- C Mo (1/2 % Mo) B1- Cr Mo (1/2%Cr,1/2%Mo) B2- Cr Mo (1-1/4%Cr, 1/2%Mo) B3- Cr Mo (2-1/4%Cr, 1/2%Mo)
A 2 3 3 4
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Specification SFA-5.18
Requirements for classifying carbon steel electrodes and rods used with the following welding methods: Gas Metal Arc GMAW) Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Plasma Arc (PAW)
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Classification SFA-5.18
Rod Suffix relating to manufacture chemical composition
Electrode
ERXXS-X(XX)
Minimum tensile strength (ksi) Bare, Solid wire or rod
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Classification SFA-5.18
Rod Suffix relating to manufacture chemical composition
Electrode
ERXXC-X(XX)
Minimum tensile strength (ksi) Composite wire
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Classification SFA-5.18
Rod Suffix relating to manufacture chemical composition
Electrode
ER70S-X
Minimum tensile strength 70ksi Bare, Solid wire or rod
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Classification SFA-5.18
Rod Suffix relating to manufacture chemical composition
Electrode
ERXXS-X(XX)
Minimum tensile strength (ksi) Solid Wire
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Classification SFA-5.18
Rod Low carbon with trace of Ti, Zr and Al content
Electrode
ERXXS-2(XX)
Minimum tensile strength (ksi)
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Classification SFA-5.18
ER70S-2, ER70S-3
Suffix
"A"
Shielding Gas
Ar/CO2, CO2
CO2
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Outline
Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) qualification Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) Writing a WPS Qualifying a WPS Testing weld specimens Groove weld Qualifications Miscellaneous applications Welding variables
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WPS Qualification
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What is a WPS?
A document that has been prepared by qualification and is used to provide necessary direction and control for making a weld joint
Contents of a WPS
A WPS must address: Essential and Non-essential variables in QW-250 Supplemental variables, when impact testing required Acceptance qualification ranges Other information
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Category of Variables
Essential Must be qualified when a change occur Non- Essential Must be addressed in the WPS Supplementary Essential Must be requalified when notch toughness is involved
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Considerations
Joint designs Weld and base metal compatibility Heat treatment Metallurgical properties Desired mechanical properties Service requirements Welders ability Equipment availability Weld location Economy
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PQR
Record of welding data used to weld a test coupon Modifies or justifies the WPS Supporting document that includes the results of welding and testing a coupon
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Contents of PQR
Essential variables (as a minimum) Supplemental Essential Variables (When impact testing required) Other information, if desired
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WPS/PQR Forms
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Example PQR No. 1 with PWHT and PQR No. 2 without PWHT supports a WPS with and without PWHT
It is possible to have one WPS that covers all possible welding circumstances
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Example A PQR is qualified for F4 and F6 electrodes. This PQR can be used to support a WPS using F4 electrodes and the second WPS using the F6 electrodes
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Obvious errors or changes supported by data recorded during test coupon welding
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PQR Review
PQRs may be written but Always maintain the original Never White-out or pencil-in an original PQR Always rectify a PQR if revised and note reason for revision
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Qualifying a WPS
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Writing a WPS
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Writing a WPS
What base material will be welded? What filler material will be used? What welding processes will be used? What service or production restriction (s) will be required?
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Base Material
P-Number: QW-422 Substitute most economical material for testing: QW-424
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Filler Material
F-Number: QW-432 A-Number: QW-442 Shielding (Gas, Flux) Position restriction
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Processes to be used
Required variables: QW-250 Production joint types Welder technique Equipment available
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Service Requirements
Code/Customer Preheat/PWHT Corrosion Notch toughness (supplemental variable)
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Qualifying a WPS
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Qualifying a WPS
Weld the test coupon using unqualified parameters QW250, QW-260 Monitor all essential variables and record the actual values on the PQR Recommended also recording non-essential variables Record supplementary variables if required
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Qualifying a WPS
Prepare the test coupon into specimens per QW-462, QW-463 Cut test coupon to size per QW-451, QW-462, QW463 Make the required test per QW-451
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Qualifying a WPS
Evaluate results against Article 1 standards, QW-150 to QW-260 Compare unqualified WPS (essential and supplementary if required) Variable with results of the PQR Assure compliance to section IX
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Qualifying a WPS
When acceptable, certify the PQR The Certificate Holder Approves WPS Develops WPS and file Uses the WPS for production welding
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Additional Qualification
An Additional PQR is required when: An essential variable changes The validity of the procedure is in doubt
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Notes
A manufacturer must have a WPS that describes the welding parameters The WPS may reference production drawings to covers some variables The WPS may be pieces of paper or documents The WPS documentation must be controlled
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T= 0.10
GTAW
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T= 1/4
SMAW
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T= 1/2
SMAW
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Observation
If the welding material is less than 8 thick, a test coupon greater than 1-1/2 is not required. A weld-deposited metal of 3/4 thick qualifies the weld to be deposited on maximum thickness. Filler metal is still limited to 8 maximum.
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Miscellaneous Application
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Variables that may be applicable or may reduce the number of procedures qualified. Partial penetration welds Groove and filler weld relationship P-11 requirement Weld metal repair and build-up Dissimilar base material thickness
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Full Penetration Groove Welds shall qualify for both base metal and deposited metal used in production
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Groove weld test coupon qualifies for all fillet welds: Thickness Sizes Pipe Diameter Within essential variables
Note: exemption is P-11A groups 3,4,5 and P-11B which requires special qualification
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Table QW-451.3: information for types of tests that must be performed Fillet weld qualification may not be used for pressureretaining welds
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Welding Variables
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QW-403.8: T qualified
QW-403.9: t pass > 1/2"
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PWHT QW-407.1
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A separate PQR is required for each of the following conditions: For P-No. 1,3,4,5,6,9,10 and 11 materials, the following PWHT conditions apply: No PWHT PWHT below the lower transformation temperature
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PWHT
PWHT above the upper transformation temperature (e.g. Normalizing) PWHT above the upper transformation temperature followed by heat treatment below the lower transformation temperature (e.g. Normalizing or quenching, followed by Tempering) PWHT between the upper and lower transformation temperatures
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PWHT
For all other materials, the following condition apply: No PWHT PWHT within a specified temperature range
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Alternative Preheat
For thickness over 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 thick, you may preheat at 200 F
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Non-Essential Variable
QW-402.1 QW-402.4 QW-402.10 QW-402.11 QW-404.6 QW-404.33 QW-405.1 QW-405.3 Groove design Backing Root Spacing Retainers Diameter AWS Class + Position Vertical up or down
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Non-Essential Variable
QW-406.2 QW-409.8 QW-410.1 QW-410.5 QW-410.5 QW-410.25 QW-410.26 Preheat maintenance Type I or I & E range String/Weave Method Cleaning Method back gouging Manual or Automatic Peening
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QW-402.1
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QW- 402.4
Deletion of backing in single welded grove welds Double welded groove welds are considered welding with backing
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QW-402.10
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QW-402.11
The addition or deletion of nonmetallic retainers or nonfusing metal retainers
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QW-404.6
A change in the nominal size of the electrode or e electrodes specified in WPS
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QW-404.33
A change in the SFA specification filler metal classification; or, if not conforming to an AWS filler metal classification, a change in the manufacturers trade name for the electrode or filler metal
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QW-405.1
The addition of the welding position than those already qualified (See QW-120, QW-130 and QW- 303)
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Limits of Position
Electrode must be suitable for the position to be used. Example: E7024 May not be used for vertical welding without special qualification Section II only recognize E7024 for flat groove and horizontal fillet welds
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QW-405.3
A change from upward to downward, or from downward to upward in the progression specified for any pass of a vertical weld (the cover or wash pass may be up or down) A change in the range of electrode wire feed speed may be used as an alternative to amperage
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QW-406.2
A change in the maintenance or reduction of preheat upon completion or welding prior to any required postweld heat treatment
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QW-409.8
A change in the type of current or polarity, a change in the range of amperage, except for SMAW and GTAW welding, a change in the range of voltage A change in the range of electrode wire feed speed may be used as an alternative to amperage
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QW-410.1
A change from the stringer bead technique to the weave bead technique, or vice versa
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QW-410.5
A change in the method of initial and inter-pass cleaning, (brushing, grinding, etc.)
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QW-410.6
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QW-410.25
A change from the manual or semi-automatic to machine or automatic welding and vice versa
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QW-410.26
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Non-Essential Variables
Must be addressed on the WPS but do not require qualification
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Outline
Rules & Definitions Welders Performance Qualification Record Welder/Operator Record Test Coupons: Mechanical Testing Radiography Essential Variables (SMAW)
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Rule
Use QW-300, Article III to qualify welder plus: Applicable QW-100 paragraphs Applicable QW-100 paragraphs
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Define a Welder
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A Welder is
One who performs a manual or semi-automatic welding operations
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A Welder Operator
is one who operates machine or automatic welding equipment
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Essential Variables
For Welders see QW-350 For Welding Operators see QW-360 Performance Qualification Record only has essential variables
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Welder/Operator Records
QW-103.2 requires the Manufacturer to maintain a record for the results obtained in performance qualification Records must be certified by the Manufacturer
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Welder/Operator Records
Welders Continuity Log: used by Manufactures to comply with QW-322.1
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Test Coupons
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Plate coupon: Shall be performed on all surfaces (not marked discard) Pipe: Shall be performed over the entire circumference, inside and out. Visual examination shall be per QW-194
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Qualification by Radiography
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Plate coupon: Shall be performed on all surfaces (not marked discard) Pipe: Shall be performed over the entire circumference inside and out. Visual examination shall be per QW-194
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Qualification by Radiography
Radiography may be used in-lieu of mechanical testing as permitted in QW-304 and QW-305 Only limited to the following processes SMAW, SAW, PAW, GTAW (except for P-6X materials) GMAW (except short circuit)
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Test coupon: 6 min. weld length Production weld: 6 min. weld length Qualification on pipe shall include the entire weld circumference Small dia. pipe may require multiple coupons the quantity need not exceed four
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Test coupon: 6 min. weld length Production weld: 6 min. weld length Qualification on pipe shall include the entire weld circumference Small dia. pipe may require multiple coupons the quantity need not exceed four coupons
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Technique must meet ASME Code Section V, Article 2 Acceptance Criteria per QW-191.2
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Same as welder as using test coupons Same as Construction Code acceptance criteria on production test coupon (QW-191.2.3)
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WPS Exceptions
Examples of welding variables with no impact for performance qualification Preheat and PWHT Substitution of base material per QW-423 Possible substitution of filler metal Impact testing
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Not welding with a process during a six month period Specific reason to question ability
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QW-353: SMAW
Paragraph
QW-402 Joints QW-403 Base Material QW-404 Filler metals .4 .16 Brief of Variables Deletion of Backing Pipe Diameter
.18
.15 .30 .1 .3
P-No.
F-No. t weld deposit position Vertical Welding
QW-405 Position
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QW-402.4
The deletion of the backing in single welded groove joints Double- welded groove welds are considered welding with backing
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QW-353: SMAW
Paragraph
QW-402 Joints QW-403 Base Material QW-404 Filler metals .4 .16
Brief of Variables
Deletion of Backing Pipe Diameter
.18
.15 .30 .1 .3
P-No.
F-No. t weld deposit position Vertical Welding
QW-405 Position
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QW-403.16
A change in pipe diameter beyond the range qualified in QW-452, except as otherwise permitted in QW-303.1 and QW-303.2
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QW-353: SMAW
Paragraph Brief of Variables .4 Deletion of Backing
QW-402 Joints
QW-403 Base Material QW-404 Filler metals QW-405 Position
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QW-403.18
A change from one P-Number to another P-Number or to a base metal not listed in QW-422, except as permitted in QW-423 and QW- 420.2 (S-Number)
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QW-353: SMAW
Paragraph QW-402 Joints QW-403 Base Material .4 .16 Brief of Variables Deletion of Backing Pipe Diameter
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.15 .30 .1 .3
P-No.
F-No. t weld deposit position Vertical Welding
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QW-404.15
A change from one F-Number in QW-432 to any FNumber or to any other filler metal, except as permitted in QW-433
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QW-353: SMAW
Paragraph QW-402 Joints QW-403 Base Material QW-404 Filler metals QW-405 Position .4 .16 .18 .15 .30 .1 .3 Brief of Variables Deletion of Backing Pipe Diameter P-No. F-No. t weld deposit position Vertical Welding
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QW-404.30
A change in deposited weld metal thickness beyond the range qualified in QW-452, except as otherwise permitted in QW-303.31 and QW-303.2 When a welder is qualified using Radiography, the thickness range of QW-452.1 apply
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Max
Groove Groove Groove Up to 3/8" Over 3/8" 1/2" and Over 2t 2t Max. to be Welded
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Test Positions
Four positions for welding with plate IG, 2G, 3G, 4G Four positions for welding with pipe IG, 2G, 5G, 6G
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Qualification Test Groove Plate and Pipe Plate Groove 1G 2G 3G 4G 3G and 4G 2G, 3G and 4G Special Positions Pipe Filter 1F 2F 3F 4F 3F and 4F Special Positions Pipe Groove 1G 2G 5G 6G 2G and 5G Special Positions Plate - Fillet [Note 3] 1F 2F 2FR 4F 5F Special Positions F F,H F,V F,O F,V,O All SP ... ... ... ... ... ... F F,H F,V,O All All SP ... ... ... ... ... ...
Position and type Weld Qualified [Note 1] back Fillet Pipes 24" OD F [Note 2] F,H [Note 2] F [Note 2] F [Note 2] F [Note 2] F,H [Note 2] SP [Note 2] ... ... ... ... ... ... F F,H F,V,O All All SP ... ... ... ... ... ...
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Plate and Pipe F F,H F,H,V F,H,O All All SP,F F [Note 2] F,H [Note 2] F,H,V [Note 2] F,H,O [Note 2] All [Note 2] SP,F [Note 2] F F,H All All All SP,F F F,H F,H F,H,O All SP,F
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Position Qualification
The Welder is qualified to weld Vertical Overhead Flat Positions For both Pipe Plate
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Position Qualification
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Position Qualification
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Position Qualification
2G
3G
4G
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Position Qualification
The Welder is qualified to weld in both horizontal and flat positions
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Position Qualification
The Welder is qualified to all positions in both plate and pipe, NPS 24 and over Is the Welder qualified to weld all positions on an NPS 10 pipe
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QW-402 Joints .4 .16 .18 Brief of Variables Deletion of Backing Pipe Diameter P-No.
.15 .30 .1
.3
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QW-405.3
A change from upward to downward, or from downward to upward, in the progression specified for any pass of a vertical weld, except that the cover or wash pass may be up or down The root pass may be run either up or down when the root pass is removed to sound weld metal in preparation for welding the second side
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